reported by Jim Delaney, FictionFanatic.com

The swelling popularity of the fantasy fiction genre has fit right in with M.B. Weston’s aspiration to publish fantasy novels. Years of writing have culminated in the publication of this para-dimensional fantasy fiction book, entitled A Prophecy Forgotten, published in April 2007 through ArcheBooks Publishing (www.archebooks.com). A Prophecy Forgotten is the first in the Elysian Chronicles trilogy.

Weston has a heart for children, and though her original audience for A Prophecy Forgotten was the adult reader, she found that her book resonated with younger readers as well who were excited by the fantasy world she created with undertones of good versus evil. "I’ve written since I was small, and it has been very gratifying that I am able to reach the younger readers."

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reported by Dianne Newberry, FictionFanatic.com

On This Side of Heaven, a confessing novel about the church wins Atlanta author and speaker, Pamela Jackson, the prestigious Georgia Author of the Year Award for fiction first time novel. The award was announced June 2, 2007 at a banquet held at Kennesaw State University.

The Georgia Author of the Year Award (GAYA) is the oldest literary award in the Southeast and is sponsored by the Georgia Writer's Association. Created in 1964, the awards recognize the literary talents and accomplishments of the Peach State's authors and are given in conjunction with Kennesaw State University. Judged by published and award-winning authors from across the country, the works are judged on their distinctive voice, enduring value, imagination, ability to evoke emotion, and satisfactory resolution. Among past winners are former President Jimmy Carter, Ken Foskett, Emily Giffin and Bruce Feilder.

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reported by Jeremy Polin, FictionFanatic.com

Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. and Universal Orlando Resort are partnering to create the world’s first fully immersive Harry Potter themed environment based on the bestselling books by J.K. Rowling and blockbuster feature films from Warner Bros. Envisioned as a "theme park within a theme park" and titled "The Wizarding World of Harry Potter," the new environment will become part of the experience within Universal’s Islands of Adventure theme park at the Universal Orlando Resort.

Inspired by J.K. Rowling’s compelling stories and characters – and faithful to the visual landscapes of the films – "The Wizarding World of Harry Potter" will provide a one-of-a-kind opportunity to experience the magical world of Harry and his friends. The fully immersive, themed land will enable guests to visit some of the most iconic locations found in the books and the films including the village of Hogsmeade, the mysterious Forbidden Forest, and even Hogwarts castle itself.

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reported by Edward Wilson, FictionFanatic.com

Hola! Romance readers. Now you can try a little salsa with your romance fiction! MyRomanceStory.com, the premier online romance graphic novella site, is launching a Spanish section of its site in time for hot days and sultry nights. The new section is called Queridamia.com, and will feature novellas and lifestyle columns.

The totally illustrated romance stories in vibrant color have captivated millions of readers worldwide. "Spanish language adaptations have long been planned," says managing editor, Tom King. "We just thought this was the right time to release them."

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reported by Dianne Newberry, FictionFanatic.com

New Mexico Poetry Tangents, the state’s newest and fastest growing poetry organization, has released the next chapter in the ever growing evolution of the state’s unique and diverse poetry scene, including special selections from Jimmy Santiago Baca, Sandra Cisneros, Ana Castillo and several of the state’s premier writers under age eighteen.

Earthships: A New Mecca Poetry Collection is the first anthology to be published by Horse and Tiger Press, which is the publishing arm of NM Poetry Tangents.

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reported by Jeremy Polin, FictionFanatic.com

Alongside the rise of consumer generated media has been the blossoming of writer entrepreneurs who are better able to cultivate audiences with the wide reach of the internet and grow a business. Founder of Falbe Publishing, Tracy Falbe, considers herself to be a writer entrepreneur who is learning to capitalize on her individual desire, creativity, and technical savvy.

Among her many projects, Falbe’s Chico, California publishing company has just significantly increased the content at its website "Dragon Ride." As a publisher of websites, ebooks, and trade paperbacks, Falbe Publishing straddles both the print and digital mediums, and is currently in the process of enlarging its online presence through the development of websites on various topics meant to inform and entertain.

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